Job Description

Spectrum is a leading provider of human services for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to provide our clients with the greatest quality of life and the highest level of independence in the community. Spectrum has been serving Colorado for over 40 years in residential settings, Day Program, community and in-home support, and community integrated employment.

Position: Job Coach for Adults with I/DD

Status: Part Time

Compensation: $20.00-$25.00 an hour

About Us:

• We are service-driven; we focus on meeting the needs of persons with disabilities by providing the right services at the right time to the right individuals.

• We value and respect our staff whose creativity, innovation, and teamwork fuels our efforts and enables us to meet our mission and achieve our vision.

• We embrace our responsibilities and hold ourselves accountable by planning wisely, executing efficiently and measuring results.

• Job Coaches bring value and meaning every day to those they serve by providing opportunities for meaningful employment in a person’s community.

Responsibilities include:

• Assistance obtaining meaningful community employment

• Building resumes, scheduling interviews with potential employers, mock interviews

• Assist clients understand the functions and additional tasks of their jobs

• Assist clients communicate with coworkers and management

• Assist clients in advocating for their needs while at work

• Maintain proper community supervision requirements

• Transportation to and from work/interviews may be required for some clients

Job Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age of older

• High energy, positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills and a passion for caring for others

• Pass a Criminal and Colorado Adult Protective Services (CAPS) background check

• Valid Driver’s License, reliable vehicle with proof of auto insurance. All Providers will need to provide transportation in your own vehicle to either Day Program or errands in the community (all time spent transporting clients is part of compensation)

• Able to provide all elements of hands-on care per client’s individual needs

• Able to bend, sit, reach, and lift up to 30 pounds.

• Transferring clients for supported employment is assessed on a case by case basis and is not required for all positions.

• Able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and be mentally adaptable in dealing with multiple individuals with challenging behaviors

• Emotional stability and personal stability are important attributes for Direct Care Providers

• Able to complete daily notes and goals tracking through Spectrum’s provided online tools and monthly paperwork